Multiple Choice
In an introduction to photosynthesis, how is photosynthesis best classified in terms of reaction type?
9. Photosynthesis
Introduction to Photosynthesis
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In oxygenic photosynthesis in plants, what are the primary inputs (reactants) required to produce sugars?
A
Carbon dioxide and oxygen, using heat energy
B
Oxygen and glucose, using light energy
C
Nitrogen gas and water, using light energy
D
Carbon dioxide and water, using light energy
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Identify the process described: oxygenic photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, producing sugars.
Recall the primary reactants (inputs) required for photosynthesis: plants take in carbon dioxide (CO\_2) from the air and water (H\_2O) from the soil.
Understand the role of light energy: light energy from the sun is captured by chlorophyll and used to drive the chemical reactions that convert CO\_2 and H\_2O into sugars.
Recognize the products formed: the main product is glucose (a sugar), and oxygen (O\_2) is released as a byproduct.
Summarize the overall photosynthesis equation: \$6CO\_2 + 6H\_2O + light\ energy \rightarrow C\_6H\_{12}O\_6 + 6O\_2$.
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